Imperial

A joint, roadhouse, honky-tonk or tavern.... Imperial is somewhere you'll always find a cold can of beer, enjoy a great whisky or tequila and if you're in the mood... LA working class tacos.

8 / 10
532
ratings
  • Phone

    (248) 850-8060

  • Website

    imperialferndale.com

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  • Type

    Taco Restaurant

Address

22828 Woodward Ave (at 9 Mile) Ferndale , MI 48220 United States

Reservations No
Credit Cards Yes (incl. Discover & Visa)
Wi-Fi Yes
Outdoor Seating Yes
Wheelchair Accessible Yes
Restroom Yes
Menus Brunch, Dinner, Happy Hour
Drinks Beer, Full Bar, Cocktails

Comments / 150


Keywords:

tacos hot dogs margaritas bakersfield sonoran uno mas good for groups casual great value tequila hipster gluten-free food tortas corn tarts Mexican Coke good for dates churros brunch food bacon chili
Julia Colosimo

Tacos and hot dogs . ❤️ I suggest lots of water or tequila with that grilled jalapeño . The elote is a MUST HAVE and my go-to when drunk. ????

Reggie Miller

This place is awesome!!! Authentic Mexican fare.... Prices are cheap ! Food is super fresh.... Sonoran Dogs are very good and the Mexican corn is tasty!!

Thrillist

This isn't a dream. It's the appropriately-titled Egg on Your Face -- a bacon-wrapped dog w/ queso fresco , jalapeno onion relish , chipotle aioli , carne asada (!), chorizo (!!), AND a fried egg (!!!). Read more

shan smith

Tacos , amazing. BACON wrapped hot dogs , yes! Haha. Had a hibiscus margarita a few weeks ago that was pretty great too.

James David

One of my absolute favorite places. The drinks seem pricy , but they're so strong, they're worth it. Always love their special hot dog of the month. Unique and cool place

Francesca

Guac was awesome. Ordered every taco they had and they were all really, really good, favorite was Carne Asada . Definitely try the hot dog . Finish your meal with a churro and you'll leave happy.

Monica D

Great drinks, menu is fun and cheap !! Order the ring of fire (drink) and the el pastor taco !! Atmosphere is different than your average restaurant too--would definitely go back, great place!!

Mary M Motta

two tacos each plus chips with salsa and a mixed drink a piece was the perfect dinner for my friend and I! about $15 a person - full and satisfied. great food and lots of seating.

Meg Bowman

Excellent service , awesome location and vibe. It reminded me very much of (hometown) Austin. Make sure you get a Mexican coke !!

Matthew Madigan

Great tacos ! I've never been disappointed. They also have an excellent liquor selection with a very knowledgeable staff . You should eat there... Now

Mike

Street tacos in a bar ! Great place to end your night if your having a Ferndale bar crawl!

Dave Hogg

Great hipster tacos . Make sure to ask about the special!

Tiffany Taylor

Great atmosphere, very affordable and delicious. I love the chili lime chicken tacos , and the roasted red pepper salsa . Would definitely go back.

Mager Mager

Get the Bakersfield Sonoran dog. Bacon , BBQ chicken , pineapple , jalapeño onion relish , chipotle aioli .

Tiffany Taylor

Absolutely delicious. Great atmosphere, affordable and delicious. Love the chili lime chicken tacos and the roasted red pepper salsa .

Michael Jones

Don’t get me wrong, the food was good. I’m just not a fan of the family style service for Sonoran hotdogs and tacos—which is about all that’s on the menu. Loved the guacamole though!

Rachel Rothbarth

Unique, delicious tacos and hot dogs wrapped in bacon ... What more could you ask for? Decent house margarita too.

Susan Jackson

The Pagan drink special - delicious! Rum , ginger beer , lemon juice and house made pumpkin syrup .

Kristeena Sarver

Delicious tacos and hot dogs . All fresh and interesting flavors. Great selection of tequila

Amy Lebowsky

No matter how crowded , how long your wait, they consistently crank out the food so quickly here and it's ALWAYS fantastic. Kudos for the vegetarian specials.

Queen Elizabeth

Everything! Try the Adobada de Pollo and the Bakersfield Sonoran .

Courtney

Their tacos are great! Try the Al Pastor , Carnitas , & Carne Asada !

A.J Shah

Amazing Veggie hot dogs , sopapillas and great atmosphere.

Amy Lebowsky

Ask for lime cream on the veggie tacos . It's not on menu. Whole new level of deliciousness.

Shannen E

Tacos , hot dogs are margaritas are where it’s at. Check out the weekly and monthly specials.

Reggie Miller

The salsa is super awesome and the chips are made fresh to order!!!

Bobbi Foster

I will be back for sure. Chipotle salsa sweet and balanced. Elote especial was an instant favorite for me.

Chow Down Detroit

The hot dogs are outstanding!

Steven B

Imperial was really good. Recommend mixed drinks . Tacos are like street tacos in Mexico. Made pretty authentically

MJ.

Get the Bakersfield Sonoran hot dog ! I actually CRAVE it, it's so good! #nomnom

David Maynard

Any tacos and beer . Great people watching too

Nathan Sarlow

Food is great (must try the corn ) but they insist on bringing group food on big combined plates and they ALWAYS mess up orders.

Jones

The imperial hot dog , the corn is good, service is good

Holly Chirite

Food is always good here....guacamole is excellent. But the bartenders are always bitchy. And the drinks are not all that great.

Jenni Reinhart

The vegetarian Sonoran might be my new favorite obsession. And the drinks are on point.

Lady Nade

Loudest place ever, & they sure do need MORE vegetarian options - but - still good after all these years

Andrew B.

The torta is worth the visit alone. Outdoor patio is great spot to hang for a large group, assuming they have heaters during the winter.

Miranda Keebler

Carnitas tacos are my favorite. The salsa verde on them with a little lime ... Perfect.

RockStar Rachel

Loving the decor, the food is amazing! Elote Special! However Nick, the daytime bartender seems a bit out of it and not very put together. Had to tell him my order 3 times.

Alejandro Herrera

The best place for tacos in Ferndale. Great service and staff .

Courtney

Great tacos ! Nice atmosphere!

Mike Law

Be adventurous and try the special tacos that change weekly, they're always incredible!

Beth Kostecki

Get the Salsa flight, great way to try all three of their salsas . The Verde one is amazing!

Nicole Harkness

Veggie tacos and house margaritas . Only way to go.

Queen Elizabeth

Anything ! The Bakersfield Sonoran and Adobada de Pollo are always a favorite.

Chow Down Detroit

Always ask for the special taco of the week

Ryan

There is nothing bad really. Love tacos , dags, booze and great atmosphere? This is your spot

Sarah Cox

There is a Michelada with McClures. Best Michelada in Metro Detroit, if not Michigan.

Erica Copeland

Tacos , tacos , tacos !!! Love these tacos !!!! Can't go wrong!

Sara Suvada

Try the Carnitas and Al Pastor Tacos - Wowsers....so good!!

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